How to turn protest into powerful change - Eric Liu
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We live in an age of protest. On campuses, in public squares, on streets and social media, protestors around the world are challenging the status quo. But while protest is often necessary, is it sufficient? Eric Liu outlines three strategies for peacefully turning awareness into action and protest into durable political power.
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Now, take a look at his TED Talk: Why ordinary people need to understand power. How important do you think it is that ordinary people and citizens understand that they too have power to make change? Is there something you would like to see changed? Think about taking the steps to implement this change.
You can also watch Liu's TED-Ed lesson, How to understand power, for further information on how power works and flows through every day life. Learn how he defines power and how it can be used to make a difference across the world. This article in the Atlantic also asks you: How Much Power Do You Have? Take the quiz and find out. You can also visit this link and read all of Mr. Liu’s articles.
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- Educator Eric Liu
- Director Sarah Saidan
- Animator Amin Haghshenas
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- Narrator Eric Liu
